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A second Panera Bread is preparing to open its doors in Surprise.
The bakery-cafe is hosting a grand opening celebration Thursday, May 25 at its new location at 13536 N. Prasada Pkwy.
To celebrate over the first three days of opening, the chain is giving the first 100 customers per day free unlimited coffee and self-serve beverages for an entire year through its Unlimited Sip Club.
Only 100 will be available per day on May 25, 26 and 27 and given to the first 100 customers each morning
For details visit panerabread.com/TradeUpYourCup.
The restaurant is open daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. It’s a full-service bakery-cafe offering variety of breakfast, lunch and dinner options for dine-in, drive-thru, pick-up, delivery and catering.
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